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Summer Peach Bars

Delicious Summer Peach Bars That Will Brighten Your Day

These Summer Peach Bars are a delightful and easy dessert bursting with fresh peach flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: easy cakes
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sturdy yet tender crust
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter cold, cubed
For the Peach Filling
  • 2 cups ripe peaches peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar helps to macerate peaches
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour thickens filling
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice adds zing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract brings warmth
For the Crumb Topping
  • 0.75 cups all-purpose flour gives structure
  • 0.25 cups brown sugar adds caramel-like richness
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar extra sweetness
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon warm aroma
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter melted

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
  2. Combine the base ingredients in a bowl and cut in the butter until crumbly; press into the baking pan.
  3. Mix the peaches with sugar, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla; let sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Whisk the crumb topping ingredients, drizzle in melted butter, and mix to a crumbly texture.
  5. Spread the peach filling over the crust, sprinkle the crumb topping on top, and bake for 45-50 minutes.
  6. Allow the bars to cool completely before lifting them out of the pan and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe peaches and ensure the butter is cold before mixing for a flaky crust.

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